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12th Flying Training Wing

The 12th Flying Training Wing, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, develops the next generation of Air Force aviators and enlisted aircrew by providing world-class flying training and education. The wing trains Airmen in the fundamentals of airmanship, instruction and leadership, preparing them for success in operational units across the Air Force. Through undergraduate Combat Systems Officer training, Pilot Instructor Training, Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals, Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot indoctrination, enlisted aviator training, and other specialized programs, the 12th FTW produces skilled, adaptable, and combat-ready professionals capable of meeting the demands of today's complex operating environment while strengthening the future of American airpower.

 

 

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AETC accepting rated prep program applications through May 30

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Rated Preparatory Program

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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas. -- Active-duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Fall 2025 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program through May 30.

The Rated Preparatory Program provides qualified Airmen an opportunity to gain and strengthen basic aviation skills in preparation for testing and applying to an Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) board.

“The program benefits Airmen aspiring to become rated officers by delivering focused, hands-on aviation training and self-paced ground instruction, all designed to strengthen their skills and enhance their competitiveness,” said Kassandra Hall, Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Aviation Outreach program analyst.

Hall added that since its inception, more than 228 program graduates have been selected for a rated career field through the UFT board. Airmen graduating from RPP benefit through improved scores on the Test of Basic Aviation Skills (TBAS) and Air Force Officer Qualification Test (AFOQT), making them more marketable and competitive in selection for Air Force flying training programs.

Up to 60 candidates for the program will receive ground instruction including approximately 7.5 hours of flight time and 2.5 hours of time in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-certified flight simulators.

The program is designed to minimally interfere with duties through self-paced ground school materials and each student will attend a one-week, hands-on flying program to introduce participants to aviation fundamentals.

Executed by Civil Air Patrol and AETC officials, RPP is not a commissioning program, nor does it guarantee participants will be selected for a particular rated Air Force specialty code. Air Force rated career fields consist of pilots, combat systems officers, air battle managers and remotely piloted aircraft pilots.

For more information on requirements or to apply, visit MyVector, then select MyApplications and MyBoards. For additional assistance, email AETC.A1ZD.AviationOutreach@us.af.mil.

Public Affairs Information

Tours of the 12th Flying Training Wing are provided to various community organizations, high schools, businesses, and academic military recruitment programs to educate their members about the 12th FTW mission.

Due to the high volume of requests and limited public affairs resources, tours and static displays are limited.

Please submit all requests in writing to the 12th FTW Public Affairs by email to 12ftw.pa.1@us.af.mil at least three weeks but no more than six weeks in advance. You may also call 210-652-1272.

Tours are not available on weekends and may be cancelled at any time because of increased security measures or mission requirements. The 12th FTW does not host tours of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph at-large. To schedule a tour of JBSA-Randolph, please contact JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs at 502abw.pa.official@us.af.mil or dial 210-652-4410.

If desired, requestors must arrange all meals. PA will provide contact information to base eateries. Modified tours will be granted for those with limited mobility - this must be stated on the tour request. If not stated, it is assumed that mobility is not an issue.